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London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to King's Cross / Central London (Zone 1)

Heathrow Express 15–20 minPiccadilly line (Tube) £6

How to get from the airport to the city centre: time, fare and hours for each option.

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1. TrainElizabeth line

   35–50 min

   Fare

   £13–£14

   Hours

   05:10–23:50· every 15 min

   Direct to Paddington, Bond Street and Liverpool Street; tap in with a contactless card. Best value for most visitors.

2. Express trainHeathrow Express

   15–20 min

   Fare

   £10–£25

   Hours

   05:10–23:25· every 15 min

   15 min to Paddington; £25 walk-up but £10–15 booked 90 days ahead or off-peak.

3. MetroPiccadilly line (Tube)

   50–60 min

   Fare

   £6

   Hours

   05:10–23:45· every 5 min

   Cheapest rail, no changes to Piccadilly Circus/King's Cross but slow and crowded with bags.

4. TaxiBlack cab

   45–75 min

   Fare

   £70–£110

   Hours

   24h

   Metered; £70–110 depending on traffic. Uber/Bolt are usually £45–70.

Fares and timetables change. Confirm with the operator before you travel.

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